Your questions about dehumidifiers answered

What is the best dehumidifier?

After weeks of testing, the Ebac 4650e 18l is the best dehumidifier I’ve tried. It’s smart control technology learns your home's humidity patterns rather than just chasing a fixed target, and the app's humidity graph is a brilliantly insightful touch. If you’re looking for a more affordable option, the Daewoo 700ml dehumidifier is great for small spaces, while the ProBreeze 12l dehumidifier is slightly more powerful and has practical features like a carry handle and smooth castor wheels. For laundry specifically, the Dryzone 12l dehumidifier dried a full load in around 6 hours.

How I tested dehumidifiers

I tested 20 different dehumidifiers in different-sized rooms around my house (as my home is prone to getting damp, it’s the ideal testing ground). I tried all the modes, including the night and laundry functions, to check that every setting worked as the brand claims it does.…